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History with a taste of salt
The first capital of the Croatian kings from the 9th century, except for its rich cultural heritage – which includes the smallest cathedral in the world – provides you with health and tourism, as well as enjoying the traditional method of salt production, back to Roman era.
According to many, all the secrets of the Croatian people are hidden in the walls of Nin, a town just 14 km away from Zadar.
It is the oldest Croatian royal town and the first capital of the Croatian kings from the 9th century. Located on an island of only 500 meters in diameter, connected to the mainland by two centuries-old stone bridges, it witnessed many historic events. Enjoy the return to the past with well-preserved monuments of culture – from the old Croatian churches built between the 9th and 12th century, to the Church of St. Cross known as the smallest cathedral in the world. Take a look and the Museum of Nin Antiquities and original Croatian wooden ships from the 11th century (Condura Croatica).
But Nin is not only a historic town – due to the medicinal mud which lies at the western part of the Nin Bay, it is also proud of its health tourism. The Medical Center of Zadar has been using Peloid mud for 40 years, to treat rheumatic diseases, spinal problems and skin disorders, while the unique geographical position of a lagoon offers ideal weather conditions to relieve respiratory issues.
Nin thus provides the ideal conditions for relaxation (the habitat of various species of birds, beautiful long sandy beaches and preserved nature) and recreation (surfing due to the wind and breeze), enjoyment of cultural heritage, but also a unique museum, the first of its kind in our country – The Salt Museum.
Namely, the Nin people still produce salt in the traditional way, so in the area of the present salt pans, you’ll find the remains of a Roman stone slab used for the removal of sea water. Nowadays the salt is collected in the same way, and particularly valuable is the flower salt, enriched with magnesium and calcium.
Therefore Nin is a must-see place – just select one of the events that are on offer: pilgrimage of Our Lady of Zečevo, “Nin – the oldest Croatian royal town” project, the Croatian Crown play, the Ninski Šokol Festival, “The Journey of Petar Zoranić of Nin” project, and the manifestation The Days of Salt in Royal Nin, Festival of The Sun, the lights in the Church of St. Cross and others.
In Nin you will discover a myriad of reasons for pleasure: from sightseeing of cultural heritage scattered throughout the historical core of Nin to unique events, and especially to the enjoyment of natural wonders of Nin: salt, healing mud, magical sandy beaches and a rich birdlife.
TURISTIČKA ZAJEDNICA GRADA NINA
TRG BRAĆE RADIĆA 3
23232 Nin
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